ANKENY – The City of Ankeny announced today City Manager David Jones has accepted the role of city manager for the City of Urbandale, pending the approval of an employment agreement. His resignation will take effect in late January.
Jones (pictured at top via City of Ankeny) has served as city manager in Ankeny since Oct. 1, 2013. During his tenure, he was instrumental in reducing the city’s per-capita debt and spearheading a public-private partnership to construct the Albaugh Family Senior Community Center. He also led the staff efforts of a successful double bond referendum for Fire Station No. 3 and a 55,000-square-foot library. A new fire station, the city’s fourth, is now under construction. During Jones’ time as city manager, Ankeny experienced a remarkable 50% growth in population, adding more than 25,000 new residents, earning recognition from the U.S. Census Bureau as one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States multiple times.
“David has made a lasting impact on our community,” said Ankeny Mayor Mark Holm. “Over the past 11 years, he has worked collaboratively with myself and other elected officials to dramatically improve the City’s financial condition while delivering world-class facilities and amenities. Under David’s leadership, the city saw over $4 billion in commercial and residential investment and an 18% property tax rate reduction. We are grateful for his contributions and wish him the best in his future endeavors.”
“I have thoroughly enjoyed my time in Ankeny and am grateful for the opportunity to lead the incredible staff here for more than 11 years,” said City Manager David Jones. “I wish the organization and community nothing but the best in the future.”
The City Council will discuss plans for the search for a new city manager in the near future.